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  • Page 1 P5Q PRO...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Special features ................1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights ............1-2 1.3.2 ASUS unique features ........... 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ......1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information Before you proceed ..............2-1 Motherboard overview ..............2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout ............2-2 2.2.2...

  • Page 4: Contents

    BIOS setup Managing and updating your BIOS ..........3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility ............3-1 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ........... 3-4 3.1.3 AFUDOS utility ..............3-5 3.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ........3-7 BIOS setup program ..............3-8 3.2.1...
  • Page 5 Hardware Monitor ............3-33 Boot menu .................. 3-35 3.7.1 Boot Device Priority ............3-35 3.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration .......... 3-36 3.7.3 Security ................. 3-37 Tools menu ................. 3-39 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............3-39 3.8.2 Drive Xpert ..............3-40...
  • Page 6 Other information ............4-7 Software information ..............4-9 4.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2™ ............4-9 4.3.2 AI NET2 .................4-11 4.3.3 ASUS PC Probe II ............4-12 4.3.4 ASUS AI Suite ............... 4-18 4.3.5 ASUS AI Nap ..............4-20 4.3.6 ASUS Fan Xpert ............4-21 4.3.7...

  • Page 7: Notices

    Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected.

  • Page 9: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 10: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

  • Page 11: Specifications Summary

    /Celeron® Processors Compatible with Intel 05B/05A/06 processors ® Support Intel 45nm Multi-Core CPU ® * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Chipset Intel P45 / ICH10R ® System Bus 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz Memory 4 x DIMM, max.
  • Page 12 - ASUS AI Nap ASUS Unique Features: - ASUS Express Gate - ASUS AI Direct Llink ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Drive Xpert - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS O.C.
  • Page 13 Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE, WOR by Ring, Chassis Intrusion Support CD Contents Drivers Express Gate ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Anti-virus software (OEM version) Image-Editing Suite Form Factor ATX Form Factor, 12”x 9.6” (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Product introduction...
  • Page 16 Chapter summary Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Special features ................1-2 ASUS P5Q PRO...

  • Page 17: Welcome

    ® The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.

  • Page 18: Special Features

    Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Intel Core™2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / ® Core™2 Duo Processor Support This motherboard supports the latest Intel Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / ® Core™ 2 Duo processors in the LGA775 package. It is excellent for multi-tasking, multi-media and enthusiastic gamers with 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz FSB.

  • Page 19: High Definition Audio

    ASUS Express Gate Taking only 5 seconds to go online from bootup, Express Gate is the one-stop gateway to instant fun! It's a unique motherboard built-in OS. You can utilize the most popular Instant Messengers (IM) like MSN, Skype, Google talk, QQ, and Yahoo! Messenger to keep in touch with friends, or quickly check on the weather and e-mails just before leaving your house.

  • Page 20: Asus Unique Features

    Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union’s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packagings to safeguard consumers’ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.

  • Page 21: Fan Xpert

    - creating more energy efficiency. Fan Xpert “ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to different ambient temperature , which is caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and system loading.Built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.”...

  • Page 22: Drive Xpert

    Drive Xpert Without drivers or BIOS setups, the ASUS exclusive Drive Xpert is ideal for anyone who needs to secure data on their hard drives or enhance hard drive performances without the hassles of complicated configurations. With Drive Xpert's user-friendly...

  • Page 23: Asus Exclusive Overclocking Features

    1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows the user to adjust the NB Voltage, FSB termination Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage and the DRAM Voltage in 0.02v steps to finetune voltages to achieve the...
  • Page 24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 25: Chapter 2: Hardware Information

    This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. Chapter 2: Hardware information...
  • Page 26 Before you proceed ..............2-1 Motherboard layout ..............2-2 Motherboard overview ..............2-4 System memory ................. 2-10 Expansion slots ................2-16 Jumper ..................2-19 Connectors ................. 2-22 Starting up for the first time ............2-36 Turning off the computer ............2-37 ASUS P5Q PRO...

  • Page 27: Before You Proceed

    ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. ASUS P5Q PRO...

  • Page 28: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 29: Layout Contents

    Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) 2-31 Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 2-33 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT for 2-32 ASUS HDMI VGA card) Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 2-29 ASUS P5Q PRO...

  • Page 30: Placement Direction

    2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place six (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

  • Page 31: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket.
  • Page 32 Press the load lever with your thumb Retention tab (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. Load lever Lift the load lever in the direction of PnP cap...
  • Page 33 ® ® The motherboard supports Intel LGA775 processors with the Intel Enhanced ® Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. ASUS P5Q PRO...

  • Page 34: Installing The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan ® The Intel LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. ® • When you buy a boxed Intel processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.

  • Page 35: Uninstalling The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. ASUS P5Q PRO...

  • Page 36: System Memory

    System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 37: Memory Configurations

    3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • The memory modules may require a better cooling system to work stably under full loading (4 DIMMs) or overclocking setting. ASUS P5Q PRO 2-11...
  • Page 38 P5Q PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-1066MHz capability Size Vendor Chip No. Chip SS/DS Part No. DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) B* C* 1024MB APACER APACER 78.0AG9S.9KF 4096MB(Kit of 2) CORSAIR Heat-Sink Package 5-5-5-15 N/A Box P/N:TWIN2X4096- 8500C5DF(CM2X2048-8500C5D)(EPP) 1024MB CORSAIR Heat-Sink Package CM2X1024-8500C5D(EPP) 2048MB(Kit of 2) G.SKILL...
  • Page 39 1024MB SAMSUNG K4T51083QG SAMSUNG DS M378T2953GZ3-CF7 4096MB SAMSUNG K4T2G084QA-HCF7 SAMSUNG DS M378T5263AZ3-CF7 2048MB SAMSUNG K4T1G084QQ SAMSUNG DS M391T5663QZ3-CF7 2048MB SAMSUNG K4T1G084QQ(ECC) SAMSUNG DS M378T5663QZ3-CF7 512MB Super Talent Heat-Sink Package T800UA12C4 1024MB Super Talent Heat-Sink Package T800UB1GC4 ASUS P5Q PRO 2-13...
  • Page 40 P5Q PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800MHz capability Size Vendor Chip No. Chip SS/DS Part No. DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) 1024MB Aeneon AET03R25DC Aeneon AET760UD00-25DC08X 1024MB Aeneon AET93R25DB Aeneon AET760UD00-25DB97X 2048MB Aeneon AET03R25DC Aeneon AET860UD00-25DC08X 1024MB Asint DDRII1208-GE Asint SLY2128M8-JGE 2048MB...

  • Page 41: Memory Configuration

    Dual-channel memory configuration. • C*: Supports 4 modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-1066/800/667 MHz QVL. ASUS P5Q PRO 2-15...

  • Page 42: Installing A Ddr2 Dimm

    2.4.3 Installing a DDR2 DIMM Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. Unlock a DDR2 DIMM socket DDR2 DIMM notch by pressing the retaining clips outward.

  • Page 43: Expansion Slots

    IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for details. ASUS P5Q PRO 2-17...

  • Page 44: Interrupt Assignments

    2.5.3 Interrupt assignments Priority Standard function System timer Keyboard controller – Re-direct to IRQ#9 IRQ holder for PCI steering* Communications port (COM1)* IRQ holder for PCI steering* Floppy disk controller Printer port (LPT1)* System CMOS/Real Time Clock IRQ holder for PCI steering* IRQ holder for PCI steering* IRQ holder for PCI steering* PS/2 compatible mouse port*...

  • Page 45: Pci Slots

    We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. See page 2-36 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. See page 2-33 for details. ASUS P5Q PRO 2-19...

  • Page 46: Jumper

    Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.
  • Page 47 For system failure due to the wrong setting of the OV_CPU jumper, shut down the computer and move the cap back to pins 2-3. • The system may need a better cooling system (for example, a water-cooling system) to work stably under high voltage settings. ASUS P5Q PRO 2-21...
  • Page 48 Keyboard/Mouse power (3-pin PS2 USBPWR56) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard/mouse wake-up feature. Set this jumper to pins 2-3 (+5VSB) to wake up the computer when you press a key on the keyboard/mouse (the default is the Space Bar). This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 500 mA on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS.

  • Page 49: Connectors

    Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone. ASUS P5Q PRO 2-23...
  • Page 50 Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration. Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Headset Port 4-channel...

  • Page 51: Internal Connectors

    Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5. ASUS P5Q PRO 2-25...
  • Page 52 IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard’s IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device.
  • Page 53 Connect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to SATA device. Or you may connect the right-angle side of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards. ASUS P5Q PRO 2-27...
  • Page 54 Super Speed setup. Before using the Drive Xpert technology, make sure that you have connected the SATA signal cables and installed SATA hard disk drives. Refer to 4.3.10 ASUS Drive Xpert for detailed application instructions. 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 55: Serial Port Connector

    If your chassis suppots front panel USB ports, you can attach a front panel USB cable to these connectors. Connect the USB cable to ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard.
  • Page 56 You can attach a FireWire/1394 cable to this connector if your chassis suppots the front panel IEEE1394 port. Connect the 1394 cable to ASUS Q-Connector (1394, red) first, and then install the Q-Connector (1394) to the 1394 connector onboard.
  • Page 57 These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Only the CPU-FAN and CHA-FAN 1-3 connectors support the ASUS Q-Fan feature. • If you install two or more VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment.
  • Page 58 10. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced.

  • Page 59: Front Panel Audio Connector

    A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. See section “3.5.1 Security” for details. The TPM module is purchased separately. Use the ASUS TPM module ONLY. ASUS P5Q PRO 2-33...
  • Page 60 500W to 600W power or above to ensure the system stability. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 61: System Panel Connector

    BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS P5Q PRO 2-35...

  • Page 62: Asus Q-Connector

    ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) You can use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect chassis front panel cables in a few steps. Refer to the instructions below to install the ASUS Q- Connector. Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector.

  • Page 63: Starting Up For The First Time

    One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four Hardware component failure short beeps At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. ASUS P5Q PRO 2-37...

  • Page 64: Turning Off The Computer

    Turning off the computer 2.9.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows Vista™: ® Click the Start button then select ShutDown. The power supply should turn off after Windows shuts down. ® If you are using Windows ®...

  • Page 65: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Chapter 3: BIOS setup...
  • Page 66 Managing and updating your BIOS ..........3-1 BIOS setup program ..............3-9 Main menu .................. 3-12 Ai Tweaker .................. 3-17 Advanced menu ................. 3-23 Power menu ................3-31 Boot menu .................. 3-35 Tools menu ................. 3-39 Exit menu ..................3-43 ASUS P5Q PRO...

  • Page 67: Managing And Updating Your Bios

    ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows environment.) ® ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk.) ASUS AFUDOS (Updates the BIOS using a bootable floppy disk) Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.
  • Page 68 To update the BIOS through the Internet: Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows desktop by clicking Start ® > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from the Select the ASUS FTP site nearest...
  • Page 69 To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows desktop by clicking Start ® > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop-down menu, then click Next.

  • Page 70: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a floppy disk and using a DOS-based utility. The EZ Flash 2 utility is built-in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing <Alt>...

  • Page 71: Afudos Utility

    The utility returns to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. ASUS P5Q PRO...
  • Page 72 A:\>afudos /iP5QPRO.ROM The utility verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS. A:\>afudos /iP5QPRO.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. All rights reserved. WARNING!! Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ..done Reading flash ..

  • Page 73: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    3.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file.

  • Page 74: Bios Setup Program

    The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. Chapter 3: BIOS setup...

  • Page 75: Bios Menu Screen

    At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. The navigation keys may differ from one screen to another. ASUS P5Q PRO...

  • Page 76: Menu Items

    3.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that Use [ENTER], [TAB], or System Time [11:56:54] [SHIFT-TAB] to select System Date [Wed 04/16/2008] a field. menu. For example, selecting Main Floppy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in.] Language [English]...

  • Page 77: Main Menu

    Sets the type of floppy drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] 3.3.4 Language [English] Allows you to select the display language for the BIOS setup screen. Configuration options: [Chinese(BIG5)] [Chinese(GB)] [English] ASUS P5Q PRO 3-11...

  • Page 78: Sata 1-6

    3.3.5 SATA 1-6 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial ATA devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each SATA device. Select a device item then press <Enter> to display the SATA device information. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main SATA 1 Select the type of...

  • Page 79: Storage Configuration

    • If you want to create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, or the Intel ® Matrix Storage Technology configuration from the Serial ATA hard disk drives, set this item to [RAID]. ASUS P5Q PRO 3-13...

  • Page 80: Ahci Configuration

    Hard Disk Write Protect [Disabled] Disables or enables device write protection. This will be effective only if the device is accessed through BIOS. Configuration option: [Disabled] [Enabled] IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35] Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] 3.3.7 AHCI Configuration...

  • Page 81: System Information

    Select Screen Select Item General Help Save and Exit Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. Bios Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. ASUS P5Q PRO 3-15...

  • Page 82: Ai Tweaker Menu

    Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Take caution when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The default values of the following items vary depending on the CPU and memory modules you install on the motherboard.

  • Page 83: Cpu Ratio Setting [Auto]

    [DDR2-887 MHz] [DDR2-1002MHz] [DDR2-1066MHz] [DDR2-1111] [DDR2- 1335MHz] The DRAM Frequency configuration options vary with the FSB Frequency item settings. Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting. ASUS P5Q PRO 3-17...

  • Page 84: Dram Timing Control [Auto]

    3.4.5 DRAM Timing Control [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] • The following sub-items apprear only when you set the DRAM Timing Control item to [Manual]. • The configuration options for some of the following items vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard. 1st Information: 4-4-4-15-3-36-5-3 The values vary depending on your settings of the following sub-items: CAS# Latency [ 5 DRAM Clocks]...

  • Page 85: Dram Static Read Control [Auto]

    Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] – [15 DRAM Clocks] ALL PRE to REF Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] – [15 DRAM Clocks] 3.4.6 DRAM Static Read Control [Auto] Adjusting this item might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q PRO 3-19...

  • Page 86: Dram Read Training [Auto]

    3.4.7 DRAM Read Training [Auto] Allows you to set DRAM read data timing optimization. Setting this item to [Disabled] may help enhance DRAM overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.4.8 MEM. OC Charger Allows you to enable or disable the memory overclocking charger feature. Setting this item to [Enabled] may help enhance DRAM overclock ability.

  • Page 87: Cpu Voltage [Auto]

    Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.80V to 3.08V with a 0.02V interval. 3.4.15 NB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the North Bridge voltage. The values range from 1.10V to 2.20V* with a 0.02V interval. ASUS P5Q PRO 3-21...

  • Page 88: Sb Voltage [Auto]

    • The value [2.20V] of the NB Voltage item is supported only if the OV_NB jumper is enabled, otherwise the maximum voltage supported is [1.9V]. See 2. CPU / Northbridge overvoltage setting on page 2-19 for details. • Setting the CPU PLL Voltage, FSB Termination Voltage, DRAM Voltage and NB Voltage items to a high level may damage the chipset, memory module and CPU permanently.

  • Page 89: Advanced Menu

    To enable the TPM function, set the Execute TPM Command item to [Enabled] and then save the change (see “2.8 Exit menu” for details). After the system reboots, the TPM Configuration menu will change into the following one. ASUS P5Q PRO 3-23...

  • Page 90: Cpu Configuration

    TPM Configuration Enable (Activate)/ Disable (Deactivate) Command to TPM Execute TPM Command [Last setting] TPM Enable/Disable Status [Enabled] Clearing the TPM [Press Enter] TPM Owner Status [UnOwned] Clearing the TPM [Press Enter] Allows you to clear the user information saved in the TPM security chip. When you press <Enter>, a warning message will appear to ask if you want to clear the user information in the security chip.
  • Page 91 When set to [Disabled], the CPU runs at its default speed. When set to [Enabled], the CPU speed is controlled by the operating system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel(R) C-STATE Tech [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q PRO 3-25...

  • Page 92: Chipset

    3.5.3 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the sub-menu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced Chipset Settings Configure North Bridge features. WARMING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction.

  • Page 93: Onboard Device Configuration

    Atheros GigaBit LAN [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard Atheros LAN port. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you enable the previous item. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q PRO 3-27...
  • Page 94 LSI Firewire 1394 [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup...

  • Page 95: Usb Configuration

    The USB 2.0 Controller Mode item appears only when you enable the USB 2.0 Controller. BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled] Allows you to enable the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q PRO 3-29...

  • Page 96: Pcipnp

    Legacy USB Support [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the support for legacy USB devices. Setting to [Auto] allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled.

  • Page 97: Power Menu

    Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). When set to [Enabled], the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q PRO 3-31...

  • Page 98: Apm Configuration

    3.6.5 APM Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power APM Configuration <Enter> to select whether or not to Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] restart the system after AC power loss. Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled] Power On By External Modems [Disabled] [Disabled] Power On By PCI Devices...

  • Page 99: Hardware Monitor

    [N/A]. CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the CPU Q-fan control feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control item. ASUS P5Q PRO 3-33...
  • Page 100 CPU Fan Profile [Standard] Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the ASUS Q-Fan. When set to [Standard], the CPU fan automatically adjusts depending on the CPU temperature. Set this item to [Silent] to minimize fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation, or [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed.

  • Page 101: Boot Menu

    These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [1st FLOPPY DRIVE] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] ASUS P5Q PRO 3-35...

  • Page 102: Boot Settings Configuration

    This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo2™ feature. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM.

  • Page 103: Security

    Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 2.6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. ASUS P5Q PRO 3-37...

  • Page 104: Change User Password

    BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings <Enter> to change password. Supervisor Password : Installed <Enter> again to User Password : Installed disabled password. Change Supervisor Password User Access Level [Full Access] Change User Password Clear User Password Password Check [Setup] User Access Level [Full Access] This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.

  • Page 105: Tools Menu

    3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice. Please see page 3-4, section 3.1.2 for details.

  • Page 106: Drive Xpert

    3.8.2 Drive Xpert Drive Xpert Control [Auto] This item allow you to enabled or disabled the function of Drive Xpert Control. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Drive Xpert Mode Update [Current setting] Set this item to [Mode change] to show further settings of the Drive Xpert feature. Configuration options: [Current setting] [Mode change] Update To Super Speed [Press Enter] This item appears only when the Drive Xpert Mode Update item is set to...

  • Page 107: Express Gate

    3.8.3 Express Gate Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet browser and Skype. Refer to section 4.3.11 ASUS Express GATE for details.

  • Page 108: Asus O.c. Profile

    3.8.4 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Tools O.C. PROFILE Configuration Save BIOS settings to Profile 1 O.C. Profile 1 Status : Not Installed O.C. Profile 2 Status : Not Installed...

  • Page 109: Ai Net 2

    Status Length Check Atheros LAN cable [Disabled] v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. Check Atheros LAN Cable [Disabled] Enables or disables checking of the Atheros LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P5Q PRO 3-43...

  • Page 110: Exit Menu

    Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Exit Options Exit system setup...

  • Page 111: Chapter 4: Software Support

    This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. Software support...
  • Page 112 Chapter summary Installing an operating system ........... 4-1 Support DVD information ............4-1 Software information ..............4-9 RAID configurations ..............4-34 Creating a RAID driver disk ............4-42 ASUS P5Q PRO...

  • Page 113: Installing An Operating System

    The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.

  • Page 114: Drivers Menu

    The Drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Anti-Virus and Drivers Installs the anti-virus utility and all of the drivers through the Installation Wizard.

  • Page 115: Utilities Menu

    ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows ® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
  • Page 116 ASUS AI Suite The ASUS AI Suite is an innovative application to do overclocking, fan control, power saving and quiet thermal control. ASUS AI Direct Link The ASUS AI Direct Link provides up to 70% transferring speed improvement when compared to traditional USB 2.0 and is the easiest and fastest way for users to...

  • Page 117: Make Disk Menu

    The Make disk menu contains items to create the Intel ICH10R or Marvell 61xx ® driver disk. Intel ICH10R 32/64 bit RAID/AHCI Driver Disk Allows you to create an ICH10R 32/64bit RAID/AHCI driver disk. Marvell 61xx 32/64bit Driver Allows you to create a Marvell 61xx 32/64bit driver disk. ® ASUS P5Q PRO...

  • Page 118: Manual Menu

    Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual ® ® file. 4.2.6 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 119: Other Information

    The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format. ASUS P5Q PRO...

  • Page 120: Technical Support Form

    Technical support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD in text format. Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 121: Software Information

    4.3.1 ASUS MyLogo2™ The ASUS MyLogo2™ utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power-On-Self-Tests (POST). The ASUS MyLogo2™ is automatically installed when you install the ASUS Update utility from the support DVD.
  • Page 122 Ratio box. When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, flash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo. 10. After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to display the new boot logo during POST.

  • Page 123: Ai Net2

    LAN cable(s) connected to the LAN port(s). • If you want the system to check the status of the LAN cable before entering the OS, enable the item Post Check LAN Cable in the BIOS Setup. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-11...

  • Page 124: Asus Pc Probe Ii

    ® To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. The PC Probe II main window appears. ® After launching the application, the PC Probe II icon appears in the Windows taskbar.
  • Page 125 When displayed, the monitor panel for that sensor also turns red. Refer to the Monitor panels section for details. Preference You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. Click the box before each preference to activate or deactivate. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-13...
  • Page 126 Hardware monitor panels The hardware monitor panels display the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. The hardware monitor panels come in two display modes: hexagonal (large) and rectangular (small). When you check the Enable Monitoring Panel option from the Preference section, the monitor panels appear on your computer’s desktop.
  • Page 127 You can enlarge or reduce the browser size by dragging the bottom right corner of the browser. DMI browser Click to display the DMI (Desktop Management Interface) browser. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Click the plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-15...
  • Page 128 PCI browser Click to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information on the PCI devices installed on your system. Click the plus sign (+) before the PCI Information item to display available information. Usage The Usage browser displays real-time information on the CPU, hard disk drive space, and memory usage.
  • Page 129 The Preference tab allows you to customize sensor alerts, or change the temperature scale. Loads the default Loads your saved threshold values for Cancels or configuration each sensor ignores your changes Applies your Saves your changes configuration ASUS P5Q PRO 4-17...

  • Page 130: Asus Ai Suite

    ASUS AI Suite allows you to launch several ASUS utilities easily. Launching AI Suite Install AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD. Launch AI Suite by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite > AI Suite v1.xx.xx. The AI Suite main window appears. The AI Suite icon appears in the Windows®...
  • Page 131 Displays the CPU/ system temperature, CPU/memory/PCIE voltage, and CPU/ chassis fan speed Displays the FSB/CPU frequency Click on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to degrees Fahrenheit. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-19...

  • Page 132: Asus Ai Nap

    4.3.5 ASUS AI Nap This feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. Enable this feature for minimum power consumption and a more quiet system operation. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows OS taskbar and click the AI Nap button on the AI Suite main window.

  • Page 133: Asus Fan Xpert

    4.3.6 ASUS Fan Xpert Asus Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC’s system loading. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.

  • Page 134: Fan Profile Modes

    Fan profile modes • Disable: Select this mode to disable the Fan Xpert function. Standard: This mode makes the fan adjust speed in moderate pattern. • • Silent: This mode minimizes fan speed for quiet fan operation. • Turbo: This mode boosts the fan to achieve maximal fan speed for the best cooling effect.

  • Page 135: Asus Ai Booster

    4.3.7 ASUS AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. ® After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility...

  • Page 136: Asus Epu-6 Engine

    4.3.8 ASUS EPU—6 Engine ASUS EPU—6 Engine is an energy-efficient tool that satisfies different computing needs. This utility provides four modes that you can select to enhance system performance or save power. Selecting Auto mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status.
  • Page 137 Advanced settings for each mode (refer to the next page for further information) *• Click Current to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you click the Renew button *• Click Total to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you launched EPU-6 Engine. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-25...

  • Page 138: Advanced Settings Menu

    Advanced settings menu Click Advance ( ) from the Six Engine main menu to display configuration options in each mode. Some options in certain modes are dimmed, meaning that they are not available. Click to select a mode Move the slider to adjust Click the arrow t o s e e m o r e...
  • Page 139 Light/Medium/ Heavy Heavy Fan Control Keep Bios Keep Bios Setting/Slow Setting/Quiet N a p Never/After 3 Never/After 3 Never/After 3 Never/After 3 Idle Time mins–After 5 mins–After 5 mins–After 5 mins–After 5 hours hours hours hours ASUS P5Q PRO 4-27...

  • Page 140: Asus Ai Direct Link

    You must first connect two computers (at least one of them is ASUS product) using a network cable, and then install the utility to both computers to avail the AI Direct Link feature.
  • Page 141 The authorized user has full access to this folder. The default path of the AIDirectLinkIncoming folder is C:\Program Files\ASUS\AI Direct Link. To change its location, disable the incoming folder first. Then, select disable the incoming folder first. Then, select first.

  • Page 142: Asus Drive Xpert

    4.3.10 ASUS Drive Xpert Drive Xpert, an ASUS exclusive technology, secures the data on your hard disk and enhances hard drive performance without the hassles of complicated configurations. With its user-friendly graphical user interface, you can easily arrange hard drive backups or enhance the hard drive’s transfer rate.
  • Page 143 The setup is completed. Click Ok to restart your computer at once. After restarting your computer, the Drive Xpert ® icon on the Windows notification area turns green to indicate that EZ Backup is set up successfully. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-31...
  • Page 144 Configuring Super Speed This mode allows two hard disks to access data simultaneously. The dual channel design can largely enhance hard disk transfer rate. • We recommend that you use two new hard disks for this setup. • This setup erases all original data in both hard disks. Ensure to back up all data in the hard disks before using this setup.
  • Page 145 The setup is completed. Click Ok to restart your computer at once. After restarting your computer, the Drive Xpert ® icon on the Windows notification area turns gray to indicate that the Drive Xpert function is disabled. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-33...

  • Page 146: Partitioning Volumes

    Partitioning volumes You have to partition volumes for the hard disk after Drive Xpert configuration. To partition volumes: ® Right-click My Computer on the Windows desktop, and then select Manage from the pop-up window. Select Disk Management. Right-click the unallocated space of the disk, and then select New Partition.
  • Page 147 New Schedule Allows you to set specific date and time for the schedule. Physical Drive Allows you to set schedule for the selected hard disk. Scheduled Displays the date and time for the setup schedule. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-35...
  • Page 148 Event Log Displays event log list that might be helpful for troubleshooting and locating a system malfunction. Click Refresh to update the event log list; and click Ok to close the window. Setup Password Allows you to set the password for configuration access.
  • Page 149 Restart the system, and launch the Express Gate. Launching Drive Xpert To open the ASUS Utility panel, click . Launch Drive Xpert from the ASUS Utility panel. The main screen as shown below appears. Select EZ Backup or Super Speed according to your need.
  • Page 150 EZ Backup To start EZ Backup configuration: Click EZ Backup from the main screen. Check if the SATA cables and power cords are installed properly. Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue the configuration. All original data on the hard drive connected to the SATA_E2 (white, port 1) connector on the motherboard will be erased.
  • Page 151 Before proceeding, ensure to back up all original data in the two hard disks. Otherwise, the system erases all data in both hard disks. Click Next to continue. The setup is completed. Click OK to close the configuration window. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-39...
  • Page 152 Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 P r e s s E N T E R t o r u n t h e u t i l i t y Drive Xpert Control [Auto]...

  • Page 153: Asus Express Gate

    4.3.11 ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet. Within a few seconds of powering on your computer, you will be at the Express Gate menu where you can start the web browser, Skype, or other Express Gate softwares.
  • Page 154 Select the target disk volume for you to install Express Gate. If you have multiple volumes and OS installed in your hard drive, it is recommended to install Express Gate in Volume C. Click Next to continue. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation.
  • Page 155 Enter Boot selection pop-up In the Express Gate Environment: Function <Alt> + <Tab> Switch between softwares <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del> Bring up Power-Off dialog box <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Print Screen> Save screen snapshot as picture to file ASUS P5Q PRO 4-43...

  • Page 156: Using The Configuration Panel

    Using the Configuration Panel Use the configuration panel to change various Express Gate settings. Click on an icon to open a particular configuration tool. The following tools are available: • Date and Time: set current date and time as well as time zone. •...

  • Page 157: Using The Launchbar

    USB drive. If a USB device is detected, the icon contains a green arrow. ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from SATA HDDs, ODDs and USB drive and downloading to USB drives only. Shows network status; click to configure network.
  • Page 158 Click to choose input language and method as well as keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl-Space by default). Click to change LaunchBar options (auto-hide, docking position, etc). Click to show the “ASUS Utility” panel. Click to show “About Express Gate ”. Click to open Express Gate Help.
  • Page 159 The most common scenario is for your computer to automatically obtain network settings (i.e. DHCP). If this is the case, you don’t need to click Setup for any LAN port. If this is not the case, click Setup to configure the static IP settings manually. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-47...
  • Page 160 Shows user- created image album(s) Image control bar ASUS Express Gate supports HDDs connected to motherboard chipset- controlled onboard SATA ports only. All onboard extended SATA ports and external SATA ports are NOT supported. 4-48 Chapter 4: Software support...
  • Page 161 Using ASUS Drive Xpert Without drivers or BIOS setups, the ASUS exclusive Drive Xpert is ideal for anyone who needs to secure data on their hard drives or enhance hard drive performances without the hassles of complicated configurations. To start ASUS Drive Xpert application Open the ASUS Utility panel.

  • Page 162: Updating Express Gate

    Express Gate software will be released regularly, adding refinements or new applications. You can find original version of the software on the support DVD or download new versions from the ASUS support website. To update Express Gate Double-click the Express Gate setup file to start software update.

  • Page 163: Raid Configurations

    RAID driver from the support DVD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to the selected hard disk drive. Refer to section 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk for details. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-51...

  • Page 164: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.

  • Page 165: Intel Matrix Storage Manager Option Rom Utility

    The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-53...

  • Page 166: Creating A Raid 0 Set (Striped)

    Creating a RAID 0 set (striped) To create a RAID 0 set: From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1027 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name:...
  • Page 167 WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or <N> to go back to the Create Volume menu. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-55...

  • Page 168: Creating A Raid 1 Set (Mirrored)

    Creating a RAID 1 set (mirrored) To create a RAID 1 set: From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1027 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name:...
  • Page 169 We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. Enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and press <Enter>. The default value indicates the maximum capacity allowed. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-57...
  • Page 170 Press <Enter> when the Create Volume item is highlighted. The following warning message appears. WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu or <N> to go back to the Create Volume menu.
  • Page 171 WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu or <N> to go back to the Create Volume menu. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-59...

  • Page 172: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Creating a RAID driver disk ® A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows XP/Vista and later operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. For Windows Vista user, you can create a RAID driver disk with a floppy disk drive or a USB flash disk drive.
  • Page 173 Vista: ® Insert the floppy disk/USB device with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive/USB port. During the OS installation, select Intel(R) SATA RAID Controller (Desktop ICH10R). Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. ASUS P5Q PRO 4-61...
  • Page 174 4-62 Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 175: Appendix: Cpu Features

    The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports. CPU features...

  • Page 176: Chapter Summary

    Chapter summary ® Intel EM64T ..................A-1 ® Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) ......A-1 ® Intel Hyper-Threading Technology ...........A-3 ASUS P5Q PRO...

  • Page 177: Intel ® Em64T

    32-bit operating systems. • The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EM64T. You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www.asus.com/ support/download/) if you need to update the BIOS file. See Chapter 4 for details.
  • Page 178 A.2.2 Using the EIST To use the EIST feature: Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup. Go to the Advanced Menu, highlight CPU Configuration, then press <Enter>. Set the Intel(R) SpeedStep Technology item to [Automatic], then press <Enter>. Press <F10>...

  • Page 179: Intel ® Hyper-Threading Technology

    Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup. Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper-Threading Technology is set to [Enabled]. The BIOS item appears only if you installed a CPU that supports Hyper- -Threading Technology. Restart the computer. ASUS P5Q PRO...
  • Page 180 Appendix: CPU features...

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